Children’s issues

Whether you are experiencing family law issues resulting from a relationship breakdown, or are seeking to grow your family through adoption or surrogacy, your children and their welfare are of primary concern. To make the best decisions for yourself and your family in emotional and unsettled times, you need clear, expert legal advice.

The Stacks family law team will work with you to reach the best outcome for you and your children. Our compassionate and experienced lawyers will help you through the legal process and minimise any confusion that occurs when navigating legal issues that involve children.

We provide sensitive and specialist advice and expertise in relation to any matters concerning children. This includes assistance on:

Need to speak to a family lawyer about a children’s issue? Call us today

Anneka Frayne

Anneka Frayne

Director

TamworthLeura

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David Thompson

David Thompson

Solicitor Director

Hornsby

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Ian Graham

Ian Graham

Lawyer

Forster

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Ashleigh Flanagan

Ashleigh Flanagan

Senior Associate

Laurieton

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Sayesha Bali

Sayesha Bali

Lawyer

Hornsby

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Justine Cavanagh

Justine Cavanagh

Paralegal

Hornsby

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Courtney Fermor

Courtney Fermor

Paralegal

TamworthTamworth

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Marni Kennedy

Marni Kennedy

Law Graduate / Paralegal

Port Macquarie

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Felicity Marchant

Felicity Marchant

Lawyer

Laurieton

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Daniel Matthews

Daniel Matthews

Paralegal

Tamworth

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Reza Sedaghat

Reza Sedaghat

Lawyer

Hornsby

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Mark Shumsky

Mark Shumsky

Lawyer

Hornsby

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Olivia Galvin

Olivia Galvin

Paralegal

Tamworth

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With the attention of one lawyer, backed by the expertise of many, we’re the only legal provider in Australia that gives businesses and everyday people access to expert legal services through a network of reputable local offices.

Legal challenges can feel confusing, even intimidating, but we know what you’re going through, we know the legal terrain, we view your case individually, and we can offer the care, reassurance and expertise to guide you every step of the way.

No hidden fees

We’ll always be honest and upfront. We’ll look you straight in the eye and agree on a plan before moving forward.

Deep expertise

We know the ropes and our professionals have expertise specific to every legal situation—many are Accredited Specialists.

Practical advice not legalese

We speak clearly and directly, so you understand our advice and can make decisions with confidence.

Network of local offices

We’re local to wherever you are, and our offices are owned and operated by friendly, local professionals, proud of their communities.

Real client care

We genuinely care about our clients. It’s the core of who we are and has been since the first practice was opened by ER Stack on the NSW Mid-North Coast in 1931.

Progressive practise

We make the process easy for you with the latest tech to keep services cost effective—and you in control.

No hidden fees

We’ll always be honest and upfront. We’ll look you straight in the eye and agree on a plan before moving forward.

Deep expertise

We know the ropes and our professionals have expertise specific to every legal situation—many are Accredited Specialists.

Practical advice not legalese

We speak clearly and directly, so you understand our advice and can make decisions with confidence.

Network of local offices

We’re local to wherever you are, and our offices are owned and operated by friendly, local professionals, proud of their communities.

Real client care

We genuinely care about our clients. It’s the core of who we are and has been since the first practice was opened by ER Stack on the NSW Mid-North Coast in 1931.

Progressive practise

We make the process easy for you with the latest tech to keep services cost effective—and you in control.